The matchup between the New Jersey Devils and the Washington Capitals at 7:00 PM ET on Saturday has a variety of betting options to consider. With that in mind, here’s an in-depth look at our best bets, along with picks and projections.

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Devils vs. Capitals Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 6.2 goals)

• New Jersey and its opponent posted more than 6.5 goals in 47 of 82 games last season.
• Washington combined with its opponent to score over 6.5 goals in 32 of 86 games last season.
• The two teams averaged 5.8 goals per game combined, 0.7 fewer than this one’s over/under.
• Opponents of these teams scored a combined 6.5 goals per game, the same as this one’s over/under.
• The Capitals were 28th in the league in goals scored, compared to the 12th-ranked Devils.
• The Capitals were 16th in the league in goals allowed, and the Devils were 26th.

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Moneyline Pick

Devils Moneyline: -145

• The Devils compiled a 28-23 record when listed as a moneyline favorite last season.
• New Jersey was 16-16 when it played as a moneyline favorite of -145 or shorter.
• The implied moneyline probability for this matchup gives the Devils a 59.2% chance to win.

Capitals Moneyline: +122

• The Capitals were an underdog 66 times last season, and upset their opponent 26 times.
• Washington won 19 of its 44 games last season when an underdog by +122 or longer on the moneyline.
• The Capitals have a 45.0% chance to win this game (implied from the moneyline).

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Washington 4, New Jersey 3

Devils Points Leaders (2023-24)

• Jesper Bratt, a productive offensive player last season for New Jersey, posted 83 points on the season.
• Jack Hughes had 74 points (27 goals, 47 assists), adding significantly to the team’s offensive efforts last season.
• On 182 shots, Nico Hischier recorded 67 points (27 goals, 40 assists) for New Jersey last season.
• As New Jersey’s top keeper last season, Jacob Markstrom recorded 23 wins and 23 losses while giving up 131 goals against 1248 saves.

Capitals Points Leaders (2023-24)

• Dylan Strome’s 27 goals and 40 assists in 82 games gave him 67 points last season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
• Alexander Ovechkin was a top contributor for Washington, with 65 total points. He scored 31 goals and provided 34 assists in 79 contests.
• John Carlson had 10 goals and 42 assists for New Jersey.
• Washington’s Charlie Lindgren was 25-16-7 last season, allowing 127 goals (2.7 goals against average) with a .911 save percentage (17th in the league).

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New Jersey vs. Washington Game Info

• Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024
• Time: 7:00 PM ET
• How to watch on TV: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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• Location: Washington D.C.
• Venue: Capital One Arena

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